Perjury

It is illegal for anyone to lie when they are under oath and lawfully required to tell the truth in any judicial proceeding. Such an offense is a felony when committed during a trial of a capital crime and is punishable by life imprisonment in state prison. If perjury is committed in any other type of trial, the offense is a felony punishable by no more than 15 years imprisonment. MCL 750.422.

Neil Rockind, P.C. is a criminal defense firm located in Southfield, Michigan and is home to two (2) of Michigan’s most aggressive and respected criminal defense lawyers. Neil Rockind has obtained acquittals and successfully defended people accused of Perjury in many cases. Neil Rockind began his career in the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office as an assistant prosecutor and is nicknamed “The Rockweiler” for his aggressive and successful style. Rockind has been named a Super Lawyer, Top Criminal Defense Lawyer, Best of Detroit by Hour Magazine, among the Top 100 Lawyers in Michigan, among the Top 50 Lawyers in Michigan and among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by a national trial lawyers organization. Colin Daniels another member of Neil Rockind P.C., has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine. If you or a loved one is charged with the crime of Perjury contact 248.208.3800 or email us at jmellas@rockindpc.com to make an appointment and see how much we can help.